The Good Wife

The Best Episodes of The Good Wife Season 4

Genre:Drama
Network:CBS

Every episode of The Good Wife Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Good Wife Season 4!

Alicia Florrick boldly assumes full responsibility for her family and re-enters the workforce after her husband's very public sex and political corruption scandal lands him...
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  1. 8.7/10(816 votes)

    #1 - Red Team, Blue Team

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    S4:E14

    Office politics come to a head when Will and Diane ask Alicia and Cary to face off against them in a mock trial, only to get more than they bargained for. Eli tries to avoid losing his role in Peter’s campaign to Jordan, as he continues his fight with the Justice Department.

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  2. 8.6/10(785 votes)

    #2 - What's in the Box?

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    S4:E22

    When Zach thinks he has witnessed vote tampering, Will, Alicia and Diane race to a series of emergency court proceedings on the night of the gubernatorial election; an unexpected source offers to help Cary start his own firm.

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  3. 8.5/10(811 votes)

    #3 - Death of a Client

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    S4:E18

    When an erratic and litigious client is murdered, Alicia is convinced to waive attorney/client privilege to help the police when she learns that the killer may also be targeting someone close to her. Also, Peter and Mike Kresteva vie for an influential endorsement and Diane receives a stunning offer.

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  4. 8.4/10(781 votes)

    #4 - Je Ne Sais What?

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    S4:E12

    Will, Diane and Alicia help Elsbeth Tascioni when she is arrested; Eli and Jordan give Peter conflicting pieces of advice.

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  5. 8.3/10(800 votes)

    #5 - I Fought The Law

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    S4:E1

    A state trooper targets Zach, putting Alicia on the offensive; Kalinda decides to face her problems; Diane and Will explore the firm's financial issues.

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  6. 8.2/10(708 votes)

    #6 - The Art of War

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    S4:E6

    When a female military officer accuses a civilian contractor of attempting to rape her in Afghanistan, Alicia tries to prove that he is not protected by a law prohibiting servicemen from suing the military. Meanwhile, a surprising new obstacle appears in Peter's quest for the governorship.

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  8. 8.1/10(660 votes)

    #7 - The Seven Day Rule

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    S4:E13

    Alicia is presented with a career-changing offer that includes a substantial financial risk; Diane and Will confront their creditors; Eli and Jordan don't agree on a possible attack on Maddie's campaign.

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  9. 8.0/10(667 votes)

    #8 - Boom De Yah Da

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    S4:E11

    Louis Canning's attempts to delay a deposition could complicate Will's latest and potentially lucrative case; Diane and Will have a face-off with Clarke.

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  10. 8.0/10(657 votes)

    #9 - Going for the Gold

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    S4:E15

    When the Justice Department refuses to reveal who will be testifying against Eli, Elsbeth takes Assistant U.S. Attorney Josh Perrotti to civil court for defamation in order to force him to answer her questions under oath. Meanwhile, Jordan helps Peter prepare for a debate and Alicia’s relationship with her co-workers evolves.

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  11. 8.0/10(651 votes)

    #10 - The Wheels of Justice

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    S4:E19

    Alicia and Will go to trial unprepared when they learn that an impending Supreme Court ruling could result in Colin Sweeney being jailed for life. Also, Diane reunites with Kurt McVeigh but is forced to reevaluate the relationship.

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    Director:Fred Toye
  12. 7.9/10(668 votes)

    #11 - Waiting for the Knock

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    S4:E5

    When Lemond Bishop's accountant is arrested, Diane and Alicia must determine if the feds are going after his drug money or legal business; Nick causes more trouble for Kalinda.

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    Director:Fred Toye
  13. 7.9/10(645 votes)

    #12 - Rape: A Modern Perspective

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    S4:E20

    A hacker group brings the trial of an accused rapist to the Internet; Diane is vetted for a Supreme Court seat; Robyn draws Kalinda's suspicion.

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  14. 7.8/10(676 votes)

    #13 - And The Law Won

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    S4:E2

    As the firm undergoes budget and staff cuts, Will hopes his first post-suspension case will result in a big paydat; Alicia unexpectedly helps Peter's campaign.

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  15. 7.8/10(668 votes)

    #14 - Two Girls, One Code

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    S4:E3

    Will and Alicia represent an Internet startup in a lawsuit against a search engine that may be manipulating results; Eli tries to avoid a possible scandal for Peter's campaign.

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  16. 7.8/10(648 votes)

    #15 - Runnin' with the Devil

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    S4:E16

    A jailed drug dealer requests that Alicia work with lawyer Charles Lester, but as witnesses against him begin recanting their testimony, she begins to suspect that Lester’s meek appearance isn’t all it seems. Kalinda is forced to train a new investigator. Cary makes a risky move.

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  17. 7.7/10(641 votes)

    #16 - Here Comes the Judge

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    S4:E8

    Will thinks a judge is biased against his client; Grace is affected by a classmate's death and falls for a questionable guy; Zach tries to help Peter's campaign; Kalinda is suspicious of Nick.

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  18. 7.7/10(675 votes)

    #17 - A Defense of Marriage

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    S4:E9

    A famous, liberal lawyer hijacks Diane and Alicia's latest case; when Alicia's mother (Stockard Channing) visits for Thanksgiving, she seeks legal support.

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  19. 7.7/10(641 votes)

    #18 - Battle of the Proxies

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    S4:E10

    While Will defends a man accused of murder, Alicia tries to help by assisting a prosecutor in another county who is trying a different man for the same crime; the Justice Department puts heat on Eli; Nick takes action that forces Kalinda's hand.

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  20. 7.6/10(635 votes)

    #19 - Don't Haze Me, Bro

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    S4:E4

    An opposing lawyer keeps Alicia and Diane on their toes by constantly changing tactics; Eli is successful in protecting Peter's image.

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  21. 7.6/10(680 votes)

    #20 - Anatomy of a Joke

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    S4:E7

    During a trip to Washington, D.C., Cary has an uncomfortable reunion with his father (John Shea); a former client asks Alicia for help; Will and Diane question Clarke's most recent strategy.

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  22. 7.6/10(611 votes)

    #21 - A More Perfect Union

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    S4:E21

    As a favor to her mother, Alicia represents software coders in a contract dispute; Peter asks Alicia to renew their wedding vows.

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  23. 7.5/10(636 votes)

    #22 - Invitation to an Inquest

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    S4:E17

    Alicia and Will’s latest case brings them to an inquest at the coroner’s office, where they are hindered by a strict rule that limits their questioning to three per witness. Also, Cary’s father returns to bring new business to the firm and Eli schemes against Jordan.

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    Director:Kevin Hooks

Season 4 Ratings Summary

"Red Team, Blue Team" is the best rated episode of "The Good Wife" season 4. It scored 8.7/10 based on 816 votes. Directed by Jim McKay and written by Robert King, Michelle King, it aired on 2/17/2013. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "What's in the Box?".